Summer 2027
Summer Associate Intern
Posted on 9/11/2026
Cordell & Cordell
201-500 employees
Family law firm delivering client-focused representation
Compensation Overview
$35/hr
San Antonio, TX, USA
Remote
The program requires relocating to or residing in the assigned office location for its duration.
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- Be a current second-year law student (2028 graduate) in good standing at an accredited law school.
- Demonstrate interest in pursuing a career in family law.
- Have a law school GPA of 3.0 or higher.
- Be able to relocate to or reside in the assigned office location for the duration of the program.
- Be flexible regarding destinations upon graduation from law school.
- Submit a cover letter, resume, and most current law school transcript with the application.
- Draft and analyze legal documents in active family law matters.
- Conduct legal research and assist in preparing trial materials.
- Attend court proceedings with experienced attorneys.
- Participate in client meetings and gain insight into case strategy.
- Work closely with a Litigation Partner to develop a foundational understanding of family law practice.
- Participate in firm-sponsored networking and social events.
- Complete other tasks as needed to help effectively run the business.
Cordell & Cordell connects a network of legal professionals who work together to provide high-quality legal representation. Its approach centers on growth and success in all life roles, so the firm aims to match the level of service and dedication clients would expect for themselves. How it works: a collaborative team of attorneys and specialists pool their expertise to handle cases, offering guidance and representation for clients. How it differs: the firm emphasizes a community-driven, client-centered culture that prioritizes ongoing personal and professional development and delivering reliable, high-standard legal assistance, rather than relying on a lone attorney. The goal: help clients achieve favorable legal outcomes by ensuring they receive the same quality of representation and support the lawyers would want for themselves.
Company Size
201-500
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
St. Louis, Missouri
Founded
1990
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- May 13, 2026 expansion to Arizona, Georgia, and Indiana lifts estate-planning reach to 44%.
- June 17, 2026 brought a record summer associate class of 22 across eight states.
- Only 24% of Americans have wills, creating a large conversion pool for consultations.
What critics are saying
- January 22, 2026 jury awarded $2 million in Joel Fritts malpractice case.
- A Kansas bias and retaliation trial threatens reputational damage among employees and recruits.
- Expanding estate planning into new states increases compliance risk and brand-dilution pressure.
What makes Cordell & Cordell unique
- Cordell & Cordell is the nation’s largest family law firm, with 100,000 clients across 33 states.
- Its 2026 estate-planning rollout spans 12 states and 18 offices, using existing attorney depth.
- The May 2026 AI, crypto, and social-media report positions it as a family-law authority.
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Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
401(k) Company Match
Paid Vacation
Wellness Program
Company News
Cordell & Cordell, the largest family law firm in the US, has expanded its estate planning services to 12 states and 18 cities, one year after launch. The firm recently added Arizona, Georgia and Indiana, now serving 44% of the US population at a time when only 24% of Americans have a will in place. The expansion includes new offices in Cleveland, Dallas, Phoenix, Atlanta, Orlando and Indianapolis. The firm leverages its existing family law footprint to provide localised estate planning guidance, including wills, trusts, powers of attorney and healthcare directives. Americans spend an estimated $2 billion annually navigating probate courts, with nearly $1.5 billion going towards attorney fees. Cordell & Cordell plans to add more locations by year's end to meet growing demand for accessible estate planning services.
Cordell & Cordell, the US's largest family law firm, has expanded its estate planning services to nine states, now covering 36% of the American population. The expansion adds Florida, North Carolina, Ohio and Pennsylvania to existing operations in Missouri, Illinois, Virginia, Kansas and Texas. The move addresses a significant gap: only 24% of US adults have a will, according to a 2025 survey. Without estate plans, families often face lengthy probate proceedings, legal expenses and emotional stress when handling assets and healthcare decisions. Cordell & Cordell's estate planning services include wills, trusts, powers of attorney, healthcare directives and asset protection strategies. The firm, which has served over 100,000 clients across 33 states during 35 years, aims to make legal guidance more accessible before crisis situations arise.
Cordell & Cordell, one of the nation's largest family law firms, promotes christopher R. Kennedy to Litigation Partner.
Cordell & Cordell promotes William J. Phelan IV to Partner.
ST. LOUIS, June 16, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Cordell and Cordell, a leading domestic litigation firm focusing on representing men in divorce, announces that its St. Charles office is growing with the addition of Litigation Partner William Halaz. Mr. Halaz, who has been with Cordell and Cordell since 2009, arrives from the firm’s office in Town and Country. This relocation represents the growing demands of the firm’s valued clients in the St. Charles area and surrounding communities. “Through his 14 years with the firm, Will has shown a strong work ethic and a talent for helping clients achieve their goals,” says Scott C. Trout, Executive/Managing Partner, CEO, Cordell and Cordell